Crosswalks National Institute: Infusing Cultural, Linguistic, and Ability Diversity in Preservice Education

Wednesday, July 25, 2007- Saturday, July 28, 2007
Location: Asheville, NC

The Crosswalks National Institute will provide the latest information on field experiences, coursework, and programs that prepare personnel to work with culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse children and their families. Among the topics to be discussed are how to prepare your students to support young English language learners; collaborate with culturally and linguistically diverse family and community partners as part of coursework and practica; use instructional dilemmas to explore issues of culture; and use state and national standards as a framework for increasing the emphasis on diversity.

Visit the Crosswalks National Institute website to learn more.